1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 136 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Fairlane | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2910 mm |
